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  • Play & Learn (Topic Center) for Parents


    This site helps parents promote active and imaginative play throughout all stages of childhood. Learn which activities inspire and motivate, and which toys are not only safer, but smarter, too.

  • Confidence for Teens


    Confidence means believing in yourself and in your abilities – not in an arrogant way, but in a realistic, secure way.

  • Asking for Help: Getting Past Obstacles for Teens


    Sometimes our ideas and beliefs stand in the way of asking for help. Here are ideas for teens on how to get past 5 common barriers to getting help.

  • Talking to Your Child About Drugs for Parents


    Help protect kids against drug use by giving them the facts before they're in a risky situation.

  • Hoarseness for Parents


    Misuse of the vocal cords — caused by such things as repetitive screaming, yelling, or using the voice in an unnatural way — can lead to a hoarse voice. Learn how to get the voice back into perfect pitch.

  • School-Age Readers for Parents


    From kindergarten through third grade, kids' ability to read will grow by leaps and bounds. Although teachers provide lots of help, parents continue to play a role in a child's reading life.

  • Reading Books to Babies for Parents


    Reading aloud to your baby stimulates developing senses, and builds listening and memory skills that can help your baby grow up to be a reader.

  • Alcohol for Teens


    Deciding whether to drink is a personal decision that we each eventually have to make. Get the facts about alcohol.

  • Dealing With Bullying for Teens


    Bullying has everyone worried, not just the people on its receiving end. Learn about dealing with bullies, including tips on how to stand up for yourself or a friend.

  • Sun Safety for Parents


    By teaching kids how to enjoy fun in the sun safely, parents can reduce their risk for developing skin cancer.